2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 843 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 206. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
| Model | 300 | 206 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
